Hawaii SB823 reclassifies certain early intervention specialist positions and establishes mental health specialist roles to address staffing.
Hawaii SB823 aims to tackle staffing challenges in early childhood services by reclassifying positions such as physical therapist, special education teacher, and occupational therapist to higher levels. It also establishes two full-time mental health specialist positions to better address the mental health needs of infants and toddlers with special needs. The bill appropriates funds for these reclassifications and new positions, aiming to fill vacancies and improve service delivery. This Act will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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